City University of Hong Kong is a dynamic, fast-growing university that is pursuing excellence in research and professional education. As a publicly-funded institution, the University is committed to nurturing and developing students' talent and creating applicable knowledge to support social and economic advancement. Currently, the University has six Colleges/Schools. Within the next two years, the University aims to recruit 100 more scholars from all over the world in various disciplines, including science, engineering, business, creative media, energy, environment, humanities, law, social sciences, and other strategic growth areas.

Duties: Teach and supervise students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including BA, MA, MPhil and PhD, and undertake administrative duties in course, student activities and academic program management.

Requirements: A PhD in Museum Studies/Art History/History/Art Administration with competence in undertaking research and teaching in two or more of the following areas: Art and Cultural Management, Cultural Heritage of Hong Kong and China, Cultural Policy, Cultural History, Art History, Aesthetics, and Critical Cultural Theories. Preference will be given to applicants who are familiar with the cultural landscape of Hong Kong and Greater China. Applicants with interest in interdisciplinary studies with substantial working experience in the cultural sector, and good industrial connections with the cultural industries are especially welcome. Relevant teaching and/or professional experience, strong research and administrative ability, and a proven record of publications are preferred. Successful candidates are expected to assume duty in August 2014.

Salary and Conditions of Service
Remuneration package will be driven by market competitiveness and individual performance. Excellent fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes, and relocation assistance (where applicable). Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract.

Contact:

Further information on the posts and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email: hrojob@cityu.edu.hk/Fax: (852) 2788 1154 or (852) 3442 0311].

Please send the application with a current curriculum vitae to the Human Resources Office. Please quote the reference number in the application. Applications will receive full consideration until the positions are filled and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates for the post of Assistant Professor will be requested to arrange for at least 3 reference reports sent directly by the referees to the Department, specifying the position applied for. The University's privacy policy is available on the homepage.

The University also offers a number of visiting positions through its "CityU International Transition Team" scheme for current graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and for early-stage and established scholars, as described at http://www.cityu.edu.hk/provost/cityu_international_transition.htm.

City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to the principle of diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, especially those who will enhance the diversity of our staff.

City University of Hong Kong was ranked 5th among the world's top 50 universities under the age of 50 in the Quacquarelli Symonds 2013 survey.
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